Mr Robert Barrett > Matheson LLP > Dublin, Ireland > Lawyer Profile

Matheson LLP
70 SIR JOHN ROGERSON'S QUAY
DUBLIN 2
Ireland
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Work Department

Partner in the Corporate M&A Group.

Position

Rob is a partner in the Corporate M&A Group.

Rob advises both international and domestic companies on corporate law matters, including private M&A, shareholders’ agreements and joint ventures, equity fundraisings, reorganisations and general commercial matters.

Having previously worked in a global law firm in the United Arab Emirates for a number of years, Rob has extensive experience in advising on cross-border M&A transactions (acting for both buyers and sellers) across a range of sectors.

Education

Law Society of Ireland, admitted as a solicitor

Admitted as a solicitor in England and Wales (non-practising)

University College Dublin (BCL)

Lawyer Rankings

Ireland > Commercial, corporate and M&A

(Rising stars)

Robert BarrettMatheson LLP

Matheson LLP has maintained its significant market share of M&A transactions, which often involve Irish targets and acquirers. It remains at the forefront of transatlantic deals, including advising takeovers of Irish-listed companies. The firm has a sizeable client portfolio of international businesses, including Fortune 100 companies and a high number of top global technology brands. Recent areas of instruction include multi-billion dollar cross-border deals and pharmaceutical transactions; the group also fields expertise in handling M&A in the financial services and food sectors. George Brady, Patrick Spicer and David Fitzgibbon are seasoned practitioners, with established expertise in handling cross-border deals and Irish takeovers. Fergus Bolster is well versed in advising on cross-border transactions, including SPAC matters. Madeline McDonnell and Brian McCloskey are notable names for M&A and private equity. Robert Barrett and Enda Garvey are singled out for their contributions. Susan Carroll Chrysostomou was promoted to partner in January 2024. Eoin Shiel has left the firm.